I have a 2004 Explorer with a bad 5R55S. Its an AWD/4WD Eddie Bauer. Just got back from the transmission shop. He gave me a $2K rebuild price.

I'm thinking of looking for a low mileage used tranny instead.

Will any year/model 5R55S swap in? What are my limitations? I know Ford used these transmissions in other vehicles (Lincoln, T-Bird).

Any help appreciated.

 

Go here and plug in your info: https://www.hollanderparts.com/

The results will include compatible transmissions. I found some parts at a local yard. If nothing local, keep expanding the radius until something shows up or you might be able to find something at the U-Pull-It. Shipping something large and heavy like a transmission isn't cheap. The U-Pull-It yards should have a subscription to Hollander or something similar and should be able to tell you what interchanges.

 

IMHO the work required to pull and install a trans makes the used option less attractive. I've been down that road. $2K is cheap for a "complete" rebuild. Mine cost $3500 with a 3 year warranty. The quality of the work and shop are key.
Good luck
Jcris

 

If you have a minute, read my posts ,"

2007 Sport trac 4.0 auto

" I was told mine needed a complete overhaul as well, I'm in the process of trying to repair it's issues. What is yours actually doing wrong?